In the vast, deep forest of Hyrule... another Box Art Brawl is being waged.

Yes, we're back again, and we have a doozy for you this week. But first, let's look back at what went down last time. We looked at Rayman 3D for the uhhh... 3DS. As expected, the more action-packed North American design won the day with a whopping 77% of the vote – well done!

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Rayman Legends will be getting a remake later this year, and if you're wonder what Ubisoft's plans are for the original release, it apparently won't be going anywhere.

In a brief response to a Rayman fan on social media, the company said the "original" versions of these games would be "staying put". In other words, they're not going anywhere, and you shouldn't have to worry about them being delisted (at least for now).

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If you've been playing the Mega Man Star Force: Legacy Collection, be on the lookout for a patch early next week.

According to a post by the official Mega Man social media account, the Legacy Collection is getting an update on 15th June 2026, which will fix bugs and improve functionality.

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Capcom's strong support of the Switch 2 continues, with the announcement earlier this week that it will be releasing Onimusha: Way of the Sword on the new system this September.

Now, following this reveal, it has shared some details about the game's performance and resolution on each platform. In terms of resolution, the Switch 2 version will be 1920 x 1080p in TV mode and 1600 x 900p in handheld mode, with both modes utilising upscaling.

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We hear a large international football tournament has just kicked off, so what better time to revisit this list, shove a slice of orange in its mouth, and give it a spritz of the ol' magic spray, hmm? 30 60 years of hurt never stopped us dreaming!

We've subbed a few younger players into the squad — which now features Switch 2 players — and many of the games below are on sale right now, to boot. Enjoy! *blows whistle*

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What a week, eh?

With every other showcase under the sun taking place last week, we knew it was only a matter of time before Nintendo followed suit. And follow it did. This week's Nintendo Direct revealed first looks at the likes of Ocarina of Time, Xenoblade Genesis, and Nintendo Switch Sports Resort, gave us release dates for Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave and Orbitals, and showcased a bunch of upcoming ports, including Lies of P, Stellar Blade, Space Marine 2 and more.

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One of the major announcements during the Direct broadcast earlier this week was the news Square Enix is finally releasing proper versions of Kingdom Hearts on Nintendo's platforms. The Switch cloud versions have already been discontinued from sale, with the digital release now scheduled for 8th October 2026.

If you are planning to purchase the digital versions, the estimated file sizes have now been shared on the Nintendo eShop and store pages. Here's a rundown of the space you'll need to install and play each of these titles:

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Earlier this year, Bethesda announced it would be bringing The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered to the Switch 2 in 2026.

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: Nintendo has announced its team-based squid shooter Splatoon 3 will be getting an update this week, bumping the title up to Version 11.2.0.

Inklings and Octlings can expect fresh changes to the game's multiplayer, including weapon adjustments and changes to X Battles.

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Nintendo is back with another European eShop sale, and this one is all about multiplayer.

Yes, if you have been looking for something to play with your pals, then the fittingly-titled 'Multiplayer Sale' is well worth checking out. The discounts are now live and will be sticking around until 21st June, so you still have a couple more weeks to make the most.

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Switch 2 has been on shelves for over a year now - still early days if it lasts anything like as long as its predecessor. Compared to the popping colours of the Switch 1's Joy-Con, though, the younger console launched with a more subdued hue.

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Late at night, I’m huddled up in bed with my Switch 2 millimetres from my face, when suddenly it feels like I’m being slapped with a Ratatouille flashback. My mind is flung back in time to the days of late evenings fervently exploring Pokémon Black and White, to weekends huddled in front of my TV playing Xenoblade on Wii, and countless hours helping Tidus explore Spira.

While swimming in this nostalgic bliss, suddenly I’m yanked back to the present as I navigate infuriatingly slow menus, tackle manic controls, or spend another 30 mins lost, just wandering around different buildings. This is where LumenTale sits for me: a game so good at evoking nostalgic feelings, but then slamming the brakes on the experience with small, jarring issues.

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Ah, The Walking Dead... a franchise that, rather fittingly, just won't die. As such, Odaclick Game Studio and Trailmark Games have announced a new 2D beat-em-up called The Walking Dead: Streets of Survival.

Coming to Switch and Switch 2, Streets of Survival is a similar endeavour to Odaclick's previous effort The Karate Kid: Street Rumble, which actually wasn't too bad. We awarded it a score of 7/10 back in 2024 and praised its visuals and combat.

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We've seen game releases doing everything they can to get out the way of GTA 6's November launch window, but what do you do when a major gaming event is announced with a mere 24-hour notice? There's no way to avoid that unfortunate timing.

That's the misfortune that befell Gentle Troll and the launch of its visual novel prequel, Tavern Talk Stories: Dreamwalker. The game launched earlier this week on 9th June — a day that, thanks to the Direct, left most of us distracted by the likes of Ocarina of Time and Kingdom Hearts IV — so we thought it was only fair to let it have a roll at the limelight again.

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Pokémon merch has extended to basically every facet of our lives by this point, but one section that's remained relatively untouched is our beloved pets. How are we supposed to let everyone know that we're the biggest Poké fan in the world when out on a doggy walk, eh? Fortunately, The Pokémon Company has found a solution.

The new 'Pokémon Playful Partners' collection is all about decking out your pet in merch. It runs the full gamut from bowls, harnesses and beds, to cat toys and treat pots, all adorned with adorable little 'mon images from artist James Turner.

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Nintendo dropped a lovely surprise during its most recent Direct showcase when it confirmed that not only will the mainline Xenoblade Chronicles series receive Switch 2 Editions across the board, but the first is out now.

Yes, Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition is available and boasts 4K visuals when docked alongside 60fps performance. It looks absolutely lovely, and it's a huge step up from the dodgy upscaling seen in Xenoblade Chronicles X.

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Until earlier this year, I'd not really considered what I'd want to see in a Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake. After all, the 2011 3DS version did a pretty good job at updating the 1998 original, and so I'd operated under the assumption that it wouldn't be a thing again for a long, long time.

Alas, it's real. Ocarina of Time will be "reborn" on Switch 2 later this year, with our first brief glimpse at Link suggesting the most realistic depiction of Hyrule and its residents that we've seen so far.

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If you've played the Star Fox demo on Switch 2, then you'll know that it's an absolute visual feast, updating the N64 original to a degree we simply never thought possible (ball's in your court now, Ocarina).

One person who's been open about how much the update has impacted him is none other than Takaya Imamura, the art director for Star Fox 64 and the developer largely responsible for the series' overall presentation.

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Nintendo's Japanese branch has announced it's placed new purchase requirements on the Switch 2, after discovering "multiple orders" suspected of scalping consoles.

The notice specifically highlights the Switch 2 "multi-language" model sold on the Nintendo Store in Japan. To purchase one of these units, customers will now be required to have "50 hours or more" of play time on the original Switch (as of the end of May 2026) before they can purchase this new unit.

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: Following the news Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis would be coming to the Switch 2, fans of Lara Croft have spotted an "AI-generated content disclosure" on the game's Steam page.

Crystal Dynamics has now released an official response about its use of AI in this reimagining of the original 1996 release.

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Following the arrival of Indiana Jones and the Great Circle on the Switch 2 last month, MachineGames has now rolled out a new update.

If you have encountered any bugs, Update 8 Hotfix 1 will hopefully resolve these problems. It comes loaded with bug fixes specifically addressing some problems with the Switch 2 version, and improving the overall stability of the title on the hybrid platform.

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Wuhu Island is back later this year in Nintendo Switch Sports Resort, and to get everyone ready, Nintendo has today added the original Wii Sports Resort soundtrack to Nintendo Music.

This soundtrack contains a total of 99 tracks and has a run time of 1 hour and 37 minutes. To listen to this album, you'll need to have an active Switch Online subscription and access to Nintendo Music via the official app or web browser.

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Resident Evil Code: Veronica is getting a remake for the Switch 2 next year, and it's already led to questions about the possibility of the GameCube version Resident Evil Code: Veronica X being revived for the 'Nintendo Classics' Switch Online + Expansion Pack service.

Unfortunately, right now, there are "no plans for that". This was mentioned by the Capcom producer Yoshiaki Hirabayashi during a private Q&A session last week (via Kotaku):

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The latest Nintendo Download update for North America has arrived, and it's bringing new games galore to the eShop. As always, be sure to drop a vote in our poll and comment down below with your potential picks for the week. Enjoy!

Switch 2 eShop - Highlights

Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition (Nintendo, 9th Jun, $69.99) – Experience the critically-acclaimed first game in the Xenoblade Chronicles saga in 4K resolution on compatible TVs and full HD in handheld mode, all at 60 fps. The Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition game features a host of new additions, such as a high-speed vehicle for traversing the game’s vast areas, new racing modes that let you earn in-game rewards, new equipment designs, and new voiceover added to the game’s Heart-to-Heart scenes.

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If you've tried the free demo for Denshattack! on Switch 2, then chances are you're probably itching to play the full game, huh?

Well, you'll have to wait a bit longer, we're afraid. Originally scheduled to launch on 17th June 2026, it's now been pushed back to 15th July. This is to allow developer Undercoders "a little more time to cook" to ensure everything's running smoothly.

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